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I am a fourth generation herbalist (as far as I have been able to trace) on both sides of my family tree. Besides raising five terrific children, my study and teaching of natural health has occupied me for the past thirty years.

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30 November, 2008

Learn to laugh. Laughter is a powerful medicine that helps you develop better perspectives during stressful situations. Laughter is an important key to health. Laughter can alter your internal chemistry from negative to positive, releases tension, shifts your perception so you can center yourself and makes life more enjoyable. Consider watching a good comedy instead of the news before bedtime and notice how much better you sleep.

29 November, 2008

Each day, take some time to thank someone for something they did for you - something recent, or something in the past. Choose something tangible rather than offering a general sentiment.

Write an email, or send a note in a card. Perhaps give them a call, but the written word seems to have a more lasting impact, because the person can look at it again and again. Just dash off a simple: "Thank you for 'this.' I was thinking back and remembered how much I appreciated what you did." Do not pretend appreciation or hang anything on it. Speak from your heart.

The effect of this definitely rides a two way street: You get a chance to count your blessings. Many times, we let things slide and take the simple things for granted. The other person feels loved and appreciated. People are uplifted by positive people who appreciate them.

28 November, 2008

A recent study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that low intensity exercise such as bicycling, walking, or swimming, can increase the speed at which the body utilizes excess fat. If you overindulge on high fat food during the holidays, make sure to keep doing your low intensity exercise. Additionally, your digestive process will improve. You will also find some nifty benefits for your heart, as well.

Go for a walk after the big dinner. Look at the holiday lights on your neighborhood's homes.

Find a health club with a pool and frolic in the water with your kids or friends.

Ride your bike to work, if it is close enough. You will save on pollution, gas, and wear and tear on your car.

27 November, 2008

The more you praise and celebrate life, the more there is in life to celebrate. Oprah Winfrey

While Oprah is not one of my favorite mystics, she has a point here. There are two kinds of people in the world: Those who are grateful for what life hands them, and those who curse God whenever things do not go their way -- and sometimes when things actually do work in their favor.

A tip from DailyJoey.com: Write "Thank you." in the memo area of your checks, after all, aren't you grateful for electricity, water, and gas?

A good strategy is to make sure that each week, when you shop, you pick at least one new fresh ripe quality fruit or vegetable that you did not get the week before. Thus you will provide your body with quality nutrients and give your taste buds a new sensation!

25 November, 2008

To reduce refined sugar intake, watch for the words sucrose, glucose, dextrose, fructose, corn syrup sweeteners, maltose and lactose on food labels. It is hard to avoid these items in pre-prepared items. Home made meals and treats really do not take much longer to prepare.☻ In the time it takes to thaw and cook a frozen meal, you can put together a stir fry, made with fresh veggies mixed with nuts, lean meat, or tofu. Serve it with whole grain cous cous, millet, barley, or brown rice. Use three to five veggies in the dish and you can have an endless variety of meals. ☻ Whole grain muffins can be made with as few as 5 ingredients. Put together the dry ingredients and store in a jar. Measure out the portion you need and mix in the liquids and whatever you want to add. They are fresh out of the oven in 20 minutes.☻ Soak raw nuts for 12 hours. Air dry and pack in serving sized bags for a tasty snack packed with healthy oils, vitamins and minerals.☻ Cut up celery, bell peppers (of all colors), broccoli florets, and carrots (or get baby carrots) into ‘finger food’ type sizes. Store in zippered bags in the fridge for grab-it snacks.☻ Dip veggies in nut butter, miso, tamari and ginger sauce, or oil and balsamic vinegar with herbs.☻ Keep fresh fruits and veggies in the fridge for a quick, nutritious pick me up. ☻ BTW, don’t buy the ‘junk food’ snacks or they will be eaten.

24 November, 2008

Hydration is important. Drink 16 ounces of water each day when you first get up. For extra punch, squeeze the juice of one lemon in the water. During the night, your body has used water to flush toxins from your body, eliminating them in your morning's first urine. You must replenish the fluids lost during the eight to ten hours (or more) since you last had anything to drink.

Throughout the day, drink a cup of water every two hours. You will be surprised at how much more energy your have -- without caffeine -- when you are properly hydrated. Incidentally, caffeine is a diuretic. Drink an extra glass of water for each eight ounces of caffeinated beverage you consume.

18 November, 2008

Researchers in Finland and the US studied how certain nanoparticles interact with cells. Results indicated that nanoparticles may alter cell structure, causing the cells to die. Currently, nanoparticles are widely used in cosmetics, electronics, optical devices, medicine, and in food packaging materials. Nanoparticles may well be the asbestos of the twenty first century: a considerable threat to people`s health.

Nanotubes were discovered accidentally in 2000 at Heidelberg University, in Germany. By nature they seem to be a means of cell to cell communication. They exist for very short periods of time, then vanish as the cells no longer need them.

Nanoparticles (also known as nanopowders, nanoclusters, nanotubes, or nanocrystals) are microscopic. They measure less than 100 nanometers in at least one dimension. A nanometer equals one billionth of a meter – one millionth of a millimeter.

Although we are used to substances having particular properties, those properties often change as the particle size approaches the nano level. Theories suggest that the change in properties is related to the percentage of atoms at the surface of the substance. These different properties are fascinating to scientists.

Not all changes are beneficial. For instance, iron, at the nano level, switches its polarity using energy gained from room temperature heat, thus they are not useful for data storage, as had been hoped. Some nanoparticles’ crystalline structure changes when they get wet. So numerous questions have been raised about their safety and suitability, especially for products destined for human contact

Scientists found ways to manufacture stable nano-sized particles in various forms. Given the transient nature of the body’s own nanotubes, the very stability of the synthetic particles may pose a threat.

A great deal of research looks into finding useful purposes for man made nanoparticles. However, very little is known of their health effects, especially their down side. Only a tiny allotment of research into nanoparticles focuses on their risks to health and safety. While the use of nanoparticles in consumer products increases, follow-up procedures and legislation lag behind. The European Union chemicals directive REACH does not even touch upon nanomaterials.

Research, presented in the nano journal `Small`, showed that cell cultures (colonies of a particular type of cell growing in a dish) are unaltered when exposed to fullerenes. The same cells do not react when exposed to gallic acid, an astringent component of tannins found in almost all plants. When present in the cell culture at the same time, however, fullerenes and gallic acid interact to form structures which bind to the cell’s surface causing cell death. The study did not focus on cancer cells.

Fullerenes are spherical, ellipsoid, or cylindrical nano-sized molecules of carbon atoms. They were named after Buckminster Fuller, creator of the geodesic dome. Fullerenes are produced by producing an eletrical arc through a vessel containing helium gas between two graphite rods. Ten percent of the resulting soot are these nanoparticles. The fullerene tubes and balls are extracted from the carbon soot by using an organic solvent called toluene. The U.S. Department of Energy is looking into using these fullerenes in the future. This study is one of the few cataloging the effects of these particles in the human body.

Researchers generated excitement in 2006, when the destructive nature of certain nanoparticles were found to destroy the cell membranes of cancer cells. In the culture used in the early experiments, healthy cells were effected, but less so than cancer cells. The researchers, in their excitement, suggested that these nanoparticles be used to enclose chemotherapy agents, thus target the cancer cells more directly.

The early study, however, only surveyed the nanoparticles in isolation, without the toxic chemicals enclosed in them. The current study casts a shadow on such use of nanoparticles. This study stands out in its investigation into nanoparticles’ unforseen interactions with other substances. Combining these particles which do not behave as we expect with the already dismal failure of chemotherapy seems like a recipe for disaster. The interaction of the man made nanoparticles with enclosed dangerous chemicals, not to mention with substances in the body’s environment, may present unexpected and fatal results.

The current research demonstrates how difficult it is to map out the health effects of nanoparticles. Since the number of possible combinations of nanoparticles and various biomolecules is immense, it is practically impossible to research them systematically. Even if a certain nanoparticle does not appear toxic, the interaction between this nanoparticle and other compounds in the human body may cause serious problems to cell functions. Further, combining nanoparticles with toxic substances poses even more serious questions. Be wary of products which tout the use of nanoparticles. This is yet another reason why consumers need to demand natural, organically grown ingredients in products.

17 November, 2008

Researchers in Finland and the US studied how carbon-based nanoparticles interact with cells. Results indicated that nanoparticles may alter cell structure, causing critical damage to cell functions. Nanoparticles may be the asbestos of the twenty first century: a considerable threat to people's health.

The research showed that healthy cell cultures are unaltered when exposed to fullerenes. The same cells are not impacted by exposure to gallic acid, an astringent component of tannins found in almost all plants.

When present in the cell culture at the same time, fullerenes and gallic acid interact to form structures which bind to the cell’s surface causing cell death. This property may be useful in cancer treatment, if such cells could be targeted to the exclusion of healthy cells. Some early studies indicated the hope of targeted delivery of chemotherapy drugs through nanoparticles. The study, however, only surveyed the nanoparticles without the chemical enclosed in it.

Research generated excitement in 2006, when the destructive nature of certain nanoparticles were fused, then found to destroy the cell membranes of cancer cells. In the culture, healthy cells were less effected by the destruction. The study suggested that these nanoparticles be used to enclose chemotherapy agents, thus target the cancer cells more directly.

The current research, however, demonstrates how difficult it is to map out the health effects of nanoparticles. Even if a certain nanoparticle does not appear toxic, the interaction between this nanoparticle and other compounds in the human body may cause serious problems to cell functions.

Nanoparticles (also known as nanopowders, nanoclusters, nanotubes, or nanocrystals) are microscopic. They measure less than 100 nanometers in at least one dimension. A nanometer equals one billionth of a meter or one millionth of a millimeter.

Fullerenes are spherical, ellipsoid, or cylindrical nano-sized molecules of carbon atoms. They were named after Buckminster Fuller, creator of the geodesic dome. Fullerenes are produced by causing an arc between two graphite rods to burn in a helium atmosphere. Ten percent of the resulting soot are these nanoparticles. The fullerene tubes and balls are extracted from the carbon soot by using an organic solvent called toluene. The U.S. Department of Energy is looking into using these fullerenes in the future. Currently, all sorts of nanoparticles are widely used in cosmetics, electronics, optical devices, medicine, and in food packaging materials. There are also significant amounts of nanoparticles in exhaust emissions.

Although we are used to substances having particular properties, their properties often change as the particle size approaches the nano level. The different properties are fascinating to scientists. Theories suggest that the change in properties is related to the percentage of atoms at the surface of the substance.

Not all changes are beneficial. For instance, iron, at the nano level, switches its polarity using energy derived from room temperature heat, thus are not useful for data storage, as had been hoped. Their crystalline structure change when they get wet. So numerous questions have been raised about their safety and suitability, especially for products destined for human contact. This current study casts an even bigger shadow on the use of nanoparticles. This study stands out in its investigation into nanoparticles’ interactions with other substances.

A great deal of research looks into finding useful purposes for these nanoparticles. However, very little is known of their health effects. Only a tiny allotment of research into nanoparticles focuses on their health and safety risks. While the use of nanoparticles in consumer products increases, follow-up procedures and legislation lag behind. The European Union chemicals directive REACH does not even touch upon nanomaterials.

Since the number of possible combinations of nanoparticles and various biomolecules is immense, it is practically impossible to research them systematically.

15 November, 2008

What are your favorite uses of herbs during the holidays?★ Which smells bring you memories of special times?★ What sorts of teas or beverages are related to this time of year?★ How are spices do you use during the holidays?

Scents

The sense of smell is less appreciated than other senses. Yet, it is powerful. The nerves from the nose go directly to the amygdala which performs a primary role in the processing and memory of emotional reactions. Scents can instantly bring to mind memories and feelings that you have not thought about for a long time.

Cooking scents★ bread – a comforting, homey smell. When showing a house for sale, we are advised to bake bread before the prospective buyers arrive.★ cinnamon – used in pies, cookies, and cider; anti-inflammatory (COX 2 inhibitor); powerful antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral; anticoagulant, circulatory stimulant; stomach protectant (ulcers); anti-parasitic; warts★ fruits – apples, pears, and pumpkin are all used in pies and other confections. Many people find the smells bring back memories of carefree youth filled with the anticipation of holiday festivities.

Herbs

This time of year, we find much comfort in a cup of hot tea or cider. They warm and comfort us. They can also help to ward off the many ailments that seem to lurk around every corner as we spend so much more time indoors, with crowds of people. Good choices to mix and match:

This recipe can be multiplied as needed. Mix up a bunch and keep on hand. You are more likely to use it if it is handy.Lavender and Cedar Herbal Sachet

1 part lavender buds1 part cedar wood chips

Combine ingredients. Place a couple tablespoons of mixture in small muslin bags. Tie bags with ribbon to close. Tuck the bags away in corners of your house, in closets, or in drawers.

Cedar wood chips can be found in pet supply stores, as they are usually used for bedding.

Scented Drawer Liners

Use a heavy paper, like card stock, water color paper, or home made paper. Cut to the desired size and shape. Apply the oils to the paper. Seal in a plastic air tight container with a lid for several days. The oil will absorb completely in the paper, leaving no oily trace. The scent will fade in a few months. Just repeat the process. For gift giving, roll the paper into a tube and tie with a ribbon.

03 November, 2008

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